Hong Kong, May 8 -- Seeped in tradition, Japan has embraced futurism in such a manner that it has inspired the world across industries of finance, fitness and health, pop culture and, of course, food. Its culture is ripe with wisdom and documents the way of living a fulfilled and balanced life. Such is its popularity that the American sitcom

(1994-2004), too, refers to the concept of '

', meaning total awareness, in one of its episodes named "The One with Unagi". From the popular manga comics and the technique of making sushi to hugely popular samurai - the country's warriors and members of the military class of feudal Japan, their history and culture have taught the world an array of incredible things. Here are a few Japanese concepts ...